2016 World Series Style

One day I was scrolling through social media and stumbled upon one of my new favorite blogs, Sharp Dressed Fan. Kirsten is the fashionable eye behind the site and as a devoted baseball fan, she puts together truly eye-catching team outfits that include unique pieces from local designers right in the team's hometown! Of course, I had to ask her to chime in with her picks for the historic 2016 World Series featuring the Chicago Cubs and Cleveland Indians. These outfits have me rooting for both teams! Which one is your favorite? Let me know in the comments!

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It's the most wonderful time of the year for baseball fans - the World Series has begun! This postseason brings about a historical match-up between two favorite underdog teams, the Cleveland Indians and the Chicago Cubs. As neither club has won the big game since the 1940s, both teams are chomping at the bit for the chance to be champions! I've assembled looks for Indians and Cubbies fans, complete with locally-made pieces, to ensure they'll be styled for the win.

This Indians pairing dresses up a simple team sweatshirt with leather trimmed pants and of course, a cute and practical anorak in the team's color navy. Rather than the popular Chief Wahoo cap, I avoided the controversial mascot and instead, included a piece by a Native American artist from Beyond Buckskin. The boots are also reminiscent of a tribal blanket and are stadium-friendly with a thick, stacked heel. A lovely, origami-style clutch and red earrings finish off this look with some great accessories made by Cleveland locals.

Cleveland Indians Outfit

Cleveland Indians Sweatshirt: MLB Shop

Anorak Jacket: Charlotte Russe

Leather Seamed Skinny Pants: Neiman Marcus

Cleveland Indians Hat: Detroit Game Gear

Red Czech Glass Earrings: Urban Dwellers on Etsy

Feather Bracelet: Beyond Buckskin

Envelope Clutch: Blair Ritchey

Jessica Simpson Boots: Shoe Mall

For the Cubs, I started off with some sparkle, choosing a glittery team top and layering it with a fun, versatile royal blue jacket. To keep warm at Wrigley, I added in some skinny corduroys and found a matching scarf made by a Chicago local. Luckily, the same can be said for the fabulous tassle necklace, ring and red bag as well - the Windy City is bursting with some talented designers! To complete this look, I hunted down a pair of strappy flats (so popular this season!) in Cubbies blue. No stilettos for games, ladies! Let's keep it real... and comfy!

Chicago Cubs Outfit

Glittered Cubs Top: Clark Street Sports

Drapey Blue Jacket: Bluefly

Corduroy Pants: Macy's

Cubs Cap: MLB Shop

Super Moon Ring: Powers

Horizon Scarf: Elytra Textiles

Tassle Necklace: Carbon and Copper

Red Crossbody Bag: Brynn Capella

Blue D'Orsay Flats: Neiman Marcus

Thanks so much to Kathy, the amazingly talented Style Ref, for hosting me and good luck to both teams - I'll be watching!

Seeking the best of both worlds, Kirsten is a New York girl living and working by the beach in California. She created Sharp Dressed Fan to provide stylish options for fans of all kinds, starting with her beloved baseball, and soon branching out beyond sports! You can follow her adventures on www.SharpDressedFan.com, or follow her on Instagram, Twitter, and Pinterest @SharpDressedFan.

Trend Timeout: Stud Earrings

Stud earrings have always been a fashion staple, but unique shapes, colors and combinations are giving this classic new life. Let's consider this trend for gameday: If you look beyond your team's logo, you can get creative and find subtle ways to express your team pride. Think about your mascot, letters and symbols that represent your team. Then search for studs that fit the bill.

I've put together a a few examples of stylish stud earrings paired with sports teams to inspire your own gameday style.

{Florida Gators Fans}

Gator Studs

 {Florida Seminoles, Kansas City Chiefs, Cleveland Indians Fans}

Arrow Studs

{Seattle Seahawks Fans}

Blue Green Crystal Studs

{Dallas Cowboys Fans}

Dallas Cowboys NFL Studs

{Indianapolis Colts Fans}

Horseshoe Studs

{Michigan Wolverines Fans, Any University Acronym}

Alphabet Studs

{Tampa Bay Lightning, San Diego Chargers Fans}

Bolt Studs

{LSU Tigers, New Orleans Saints, New Orleans Pelicans Fans}

Louisiana State Studs

{Notre Dame Fighting Irish Fans}

Lucky Clover Studs

{Clemson Tigers, Chicago Bears, Georgia Bulldogs Fans}

Paw Studs

Which pair of studs do you like best?

XO,

The Style Ref

Fan Cave Chronicles: Team Heritage Banners

There's a popular saying, "You don't know where you're going until you know where you've been." It's not only true in life, but also in sports because in order to savor success, you need to appreciate the journey.

Rulebook: No Carry-On Baggage Allowed

Rule #8: Getting ready for the game requires a certain amount of preparation - checking the weather (if it's outdoors), picking an outfit, securing the tickets and packing a handbag. Ladies, leave the giant purses and designer bags at home. Instead, choose a practical, portable, compact bag for your most important items and don't forget to rep your favorite team! Less baggage means more room to move around in your seat and a smaller chance of hitting your neighbors with your giant accessory.

Reconsider that Coach bag, dump that Dooney & Bourke and leave behind that Louis Vuitton. Invest in one of these great bags for game day or...any day:

Concept One Boston Celtics NBA Color Hampton Tote Bag

Concept One Washington Redskins NFL Ethel Handbag

Cleveland Indians MLB Wristlet Purse

University of Virginia NCAA Purse

Phoenix Coyotes NHL MVP Jersey Tote Bag Purse

San Diego Chargers NFL Helga Ladies Purse

Miami Heat NBA Jersey Mini Purse

Which handbag style would you take to a game?

XO,

The Style Ref